I would also run the addresses through the enforcement database and ensure that there is no pending demo order or some other insidious board of health issue. 

I wish you and your lovely fiance health, wealth, and happiness!

5 years is a long term plan and a lot can change in that time, you could have a second child, a move, or even a significant job change or promotion. 

@Matt Matyas To have an actionable plan that will work in your area, you'll need to speak with the Town/county board of health and/or a reputable septic installer/maintainer.

I own a condo in Margate City NJ.  It was originally a vacation home but we've operated it as a vacation rental for the past few years.  We want to sell it and upgrade to a single family home also to be used as a vaca...

I slowly began to re-seat myself back in my corporate role changing companies and being promoted providing that false security again. 

A legit assistance animal is not a pet, it is an assistive  like a wheelchair in the eyes of Fair housing, Each state does have the right to limited regulation in this area, in WI we can now require documentation form a WI licensed professional, where previously an online Quack could sign off, there are also situations where you can deny, if the animal could cause a problem or pose a health risk for other tenants. be careful on this one and know the law. seek advice from a licensed professional. 

Nola is beautiful but also a stepping stone and it looks like the next promotion at my company would be to Tamp Bay / St Pete, Florida area, in 18 - 24 months, so that's where I'm more likely to invest.What I'm interested in:(1)  buying and living in a 3- or 4-family bldg(2)  buying and living in a 5- or more fam bldg - but what sort of creative financing would I need to make that happen?

My wife is in health care too.

I just want to understand realistic comparison of reg sale vs reasonable and maybe more attractive seller financing structuring taking into account future short/intermediate term interest rate trends and Time value of money (that I am a fan of learning more).As a side note, being a health care professional I am amazed and always puzzled by financing and real estate.